Outdoor lighting enhances the aesthetic appeal of your home and provides extra safety and security. From illuminating pathways to highlighting landscaping features, outdoor lights are both functional and atmospheric. Like any other electrical fixture, outdoor lighting...
Commercial lighting serves many purposes for property owners. It improves safety in parking lots and walkways, increases building security, and provides a welcoming atmosphere for customers. However, savvy business owners know how crucial it is to find ways to make...
The weather is warming up, and you probably can’t wait to use your outdoor kitchen or throw a barbecue for friends. Tasty food, good company, games, and conversation are the perfect recipe for a great night, but your outdoor lighting can play an important part too....
In the realm of business, every detail matters. From the products you offer to the customer service you provide, each aspect contributes to the overall success of your enterprise. However, there’s one often overlooked factor that can significantly impact foot...
Whether it’s groceries, clothing, or home improvements, there’s a focus on sustainability. While most people want to find ways to reduce their carbon footprint, they may feel that sustainable energy is too expensive or that they will need to settle for lower quality...
For anyone installing outdoor lighting, durability is a key factor. After all, you don’t want to be replacing your outdoor lights every few years, or deal with rusting, broken fixtures. So, what’s the most durable outdoor lighting for your home or business? In this...
When darkness falls, we all need outdoor lighting. It provides ambiance, enhances curb appeal, and increases safety for your home. But bugs are the one thing everyone hates about their outdoor lights. Few things are worse than coming home in the evening and trying to...
One of the best parts of summer is outdoor entertaining. Whether you have a cozy firepit area, a pool, a patio, or an outdoor kitchen, the right backyard lighting can help you and your family and friends enjoy the outdoors well into the evening. Lighting can serve...
In the world of outdoor lighting, it’s important to strike the right balance between functionality and aesthetics. With the right lighting, you can significantly enhance the ambiance of any outdoor space, as well as make it safer and more visible. Among the many...
Have you ever struggled to get your key in your front door or tripped on a rock in your driveway at night? You might not give much thought to outdoor lighting until you need it, but the right lighting for your home has many benefits. Well-lit landscaping can...
When it comes to enhancing the value and overall appeal of your home, paying attention to its exterior is just as important as focusing on the interior. While we often invest time and effort in upgrading our living spaces, we can’t overlook the significant impact that...
When you’re looking to improve your outdoor living space, an upgrade to your outdoor lighting can be a great way to make an impactful change in your yard’s look and functionality. But how long does it take? Much of it depends on what type of upgrade...
In this time of inflation, most people are reluctant to add more expenses to their monthly budgets. You have likely put off improvement projects due to the high price of materials. However, some projects, such as outdoor lighting, are an often overlooked and...
Creating an outdoor living area opens up new opportunities for entertaining and relaxing. You want it to reflect who you are, and it will require as much thoughtful design as every other room in your house. And, just like your indoor lights, you want the right...
Outdoor lighting can make or break the atmosphere of any yard, patio, garden, pool area, walkway, or other open-air areas. Fortunately, 2023 brings a plethora of options for people looking to light up their outdoor spaces. Whether you’re looking for just enough...
Investing in an outdoor lighting system improves the value, safety, and appearance of your home. Maybe you moved into a home that already had an outdoor lighting system in place, and you’re wondering if it’s time for an upgrade. Or maybe you installed your current...
Retrofitting is a crucial part of lighting maintenance if you have an older system or are using a system that you got a few years ago. What does it mean to retrofit lights and how do you know if you should do it? The experts at Houston Lightscapes go over the...
When it comes to outdoor lighting, there’s a reason professionals reach for LED bulbs and fixtures. Homeowners and Lighting Designers agree that the benefits of outdoor LED lighting exceed other forms of lighting by far. So, what is all the fuss about? Houston...
Springtime will spring before you know it. It’s the golden season for outdoor living, before the formidable Houston summer heat. Time to survey the patio, ready the grill, and get ready for those laid-back evenings with family and friends. Early springtime is also...
The First Law of Residential Landscape Lighting is “less is more”. A design achieves the greatest drama and beauty with as little lighting as possible. How little is “as little as possible”? Generally, just enough to meet safety, security, and functionality needs. An...
